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EJ17 OWX

2017 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,001 mi
Last recorded91,001 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ17 OWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 91,001 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 89,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 83,940 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 77,492 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 72,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 64,957 miles

Low fuel warning on dash gauge in the red and light is on ?

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall has deep cracking all around wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread edges worn off inner close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPM light on

Fail 4 Jan 2022 64,957 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Low fuel warning on dash gauge in the red and light is on ?

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall has deep cracking all around wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread edges worn off inner close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPM light on

Pass 13 Jan 2021 57,332 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 52,631 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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EJ17 OWX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,034 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ17 OWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EJ17 OWX registered?

EJ17 OWX is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is EJ17 OWX safe to buy?

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